[Virtual] AAP 2022 Virtual Door Knock Series: US Customs and Border Protection's Office of Trade on Protecting Manufacturing and Supply Chains from Forced Labor

The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

Established in 1973, The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore (AmCham Singapore) is the premier business association for international businesses seeking to establish or expand their presence in Southeast Asia.

As the largest and most active chamber in the region, it serves as a cornerstone for over 600 companies and over 6,000 members. For 50 years, AmCham Singapore has a commitment to advocacy, business insights, and connections while being a powerful voice for the business community. With its diverse membership base, it is dedicated to supporting businesses to strive for excellence in this dynamic and thriving region.

Find out more about us at https://amcham.com.sg/about-amcham.

Event Details

AMCHAM Myanmar is the logistical host for this event and the event is open for all members of AMCHAMs of the Asia Pacific (AAP).

This AAP series is designed to give the member of the AmChams of Asia Pacific direct access to the decision and policy makers and thought leaders on what is happening in Washington, DC, as well as to give the members the opportunity to give their first-hand perspective on what is happening in the region.

The event is for AMCHAMs of the Asia Pacific (AAP) members only. Pre-registration is required and all discussion is under Chatham House Rule, and off-the-record.

Please register for the event here.

* Please note this event is run by AmCham Myanmar.

* Capacity is limited and tickets are on a first-come-first-serve basis.

* Prior booking is required and no walk ins accepted.

* Tickets are non-transferable.

Speakers

Eric Choy

Acting Executive Director, Trade Remedy Law Enforcement, Office of Trade at CBP

Annmarie Highsmith

Executive Assistant Commissioner, Office of Trade at CBP

John Leonard

Deputy Executive, Assistant Commissioner, Office of Trade at CBP at Amcham

Steven Okun

Senior Advisor at McLarty Associates

Steven Okun’s thirty-year career in public affairs includes leadership positions in government, business and industry associations.

Since 2017, he serves as a Senior Advisor to global geostrategic consultancy McLarty Associates working with multinational clients across the region. As KKR’s first Director of Asia Public Affairs from 2011-2017, his responsibilities encompassed government affairs, communications, stakeholder engagement, and sustainability. From 2003-2010, he created and led Asia public affairs for global logistics firm UPS.

Steve serves as Chair of the AmChams of Asia Pacific, the umbrella organization of American Chambers of Commerce that promotes trade and investment between the region and the United States and previously served four terms as a Governor for AmCham Singapore, including being elected three times as Chair.

Awarded a Special Service Commendation in the Clinton Administration, Steven served as Deputy General Counsel at the US Department of Transportation from 1994-1999.

A frequent analyst for global media, he also authors regular commentary and is the featured guest on Singapore’s MONEY FM International News Review.

A sought-after expert, he speaks frequently to businesses, investor groups, at universities and conferences across the region.

He received his B.A. from the University of Virginia and his J.D. from the University of Virginia School of Law.

The American Chamber of Commerce in Singapore

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